Category: Writing

For this essay, you will be writing a 5 to 6 page argument of definition using the MLA system of citation for sources used. You may use scholarly, magazine and/or newspaper articles for evidence to support your claims, but not websites—choose highly credible sources. Each source you use will be evaluated for credibility (see Part 4 of EAA).
First of all, what is an argument of definition? How human beings agree on the definitions, updates, and challenges to concepts and the words that represent them is litigated by arguments. In academia, we make and revise definitions. In courtrooms, lawyers and judges negotiate definitions. We may even define ordinary things differently than others, since we are all products of disparate language and idea communities; take, for example, barbecue. Texas, Tennessee, and North Dakota are going to have very different definitions of barbecue.
An argument of definition usually follows the formula:
X is/is not Y [Ex. Protesting the National Anthem (X) is more patriotic (Y) than singing it.]
Coronavirus (X) is an airborne virus (Y).
Texting while driving (X) is reckless endangerment (Y).
Happiness (X) is a warm puppy (Y).
The most familiar way to define something is by using the definition of an authority, such as a dictionary, then citing that authority appropriately using the MLA Style system. Not all dictionaries are appropriate for college writing. Examples of dictionaries that are acceptable for college-level writing are Merriam-Webster, American Heritage, and Oxford English Dictionary. For some words or ideas, the dictionary is not an appropriate authority. Your essay must contain a formal definition discussion of at least one word that you define and discuss how it frames your thinking around a debate.
You may also define by synonym, categorization, and similar or novel properties. For example, the Greeks used several different words for “love”: storge, agape, philos, and eros. Love (X) is (Ya, Yb, Yc, Yd) for familiarity, charity, friendship, and romance respectively. This is a definition of quality or degree.
Likewise, you can define by using antonyms—what something is not. For example, in Texas, killing someone (X) is not murder (Y) if you reasonably believe you are in danger (self-defense), but this may not be true around the world. This is defining by qualification—a certain condition must be met in order to meet the definition, “murder.”
An argument of definition has several parts. First, it is based upon a claim. From the claim, you will build your argument using evidence/grounds that supports your claim. Opposing ideas or opposing arguments are called counter-claims, counter-arguments, or rebuttals. Sometimes it is better to discuss your counter-argument at the beginning of your argument [Rogerian Argument], rather than the end of your argument [Toulmin Argument]. Study and consider the concepts of warrant, backing, and qualifiers and if you should include these in your argument.
Be cautious of a definitional claim that veers into an evaluative (Country Music is/is not cool) or deliberative (what should happen in the future) argument. You must truly define a thing.
There are several ways you can approach this assignment:
Formulate a controversial/provocative definition
Ex. Owning a home is no longer an expectation in the “American Dream.”
Challenge a definition
Ex. Capital punishment is murder.
Here, the “Y” in the formula [X is Y] is a surprising reversal from the established legal definition.
Determine whether something fits into an existing definition
Ex. Should healthiness of foods take their carbon footprint into account?
Here, healthiness is being redefined as not just good for the body, but also good for the earth.
Health (X) is NOT (Y—just one’s own body, but that of other organisms and the earth)
Feel free to write about any topic you choose.

INSTRUCTIONS
You will write at least a four page position paper based on what you have worked on so far in class.  This position paper should fully address an issue relevant to the organization you are writing on behalf.  You are welcome to include visuals, branding, or charts to help make your point throughout the paper.  You should use footnotes on each page to include your sources. 
Keep in mind that a position paper is long-form content that  argues your organization’s position and is supported by facts. Feel free to reference your presentation on advocacy writing (where it explores the aspects of a position paper in detail) or email me for details.)
Specifics
Using guidelines in the textbook chapter, design your paper to be appealing and easy to read, with subheadings
Feel free to use bullets, headings, graphs, charts, or other items to make your report more effective in conveying information.
The position paper should establish you as an expert and/or credible source regarding the topic
The position can be related to an issue directly facing your organization, the industry as a whole, or a problem or legislation that could impact your organization or the publics you serve 
You must use at least 15 sources. You should cite your sources as footnotes. If you use the source more than once on different pages, include it as a footnote on each page you use it. You can also have a list of the sources at the end for easy reference on a separate page, but this page will not count towards the white paper page count.
The components of your position paper
Position paper required components:
Introduction
Identify the issue
State the position
Body
Background information (history)
How the issue stands today/how it might move forward
Supporting evidence or facts
Discuss both sides
Conclusion
Suggested courses of action
Possible solutions
Position Paper Grading rubric
145 points total
Content (85)
10 The issue is stated clearly
10 The position is stated clearly
20 Background puts the position in context, explores historical and current standings of the issue
25 Supporting evidence or facts are provided for position the organization is taking; these facts work together to persuade and inform
10 Both “sides” of the issue are considered and explained; issue is explained to accurately reflect reality
10 Recommendations are made for moving forward
Style (35)
10 GSPS – error free of grammar, spelling, punctuation and AP style issues (including internal and external citations)
20 – Footnotes at the bottom of each page include references; at least 12 outside sources are used 
5 – Length is appropriate
Goal of Paper (25)
25- Paper is clearly organized, easy to read and follow as well as well-written and strategic
Below is an outline and a very rough draft I did. 

Set out your initial 5-year plan to align a product (brand,
product line, service venue etc as appropriate to your chosen organisation)
representing a significant proportion of your company’s revenue with a new. 
You will have to place the chosen product line within the
organisations overall portfolio and structure. 
You should consider this when choosing both company and the
product.  The ideas and solutions should
be realistic and based on current or soon to be available technology. You
mustn’t base your work on wishful thinking, however well supported by governments.
Your first job is to choose a company and appropriate focus
and then research and set out a realistic net zero target.
Format:
You will use a backcasting approach and structure your plan
around the ABCD model.
Specific areas to be addressed (though they don’t have
to be dealt with individually)
Training
and CPD
Current
environmental footprint
Circular
economy-based vision for creating and delivering value
Stakeholder
engagement
Supply
chain partners, materials/ingredients/components their replacements and
additional value opportunities.
Communicating
your net zero ambitions to you consumers.
Interactions
with other business functions and set out goals and tasks so they can
support your alignment 

Do you think that people under the age of 18 should be required to wear protective helmets when skateboarding, in-line skating, bicycling, snowboarding, or skiing? Why or why not?

I need you to convert my Curriculum Vitae to Europass CV Format and I would need it in the next two hours. Best Regards.

There are many interesting places in the world. Different regions of the world have different cultures, geographies, climates, sights, and activities. If you could choose to visit one place in the world that you have never been before, where would it be? Why?
In a detailed essay, discuss the place in the world you would like to visit for the first time

Your school district has recently decided to eliminate your favorite sport or club due to funding problems. Do you think that eliminating sports teams or clubs is a good way for school districts to help reduce spending? Why or why not?

For this essay, you will be writing a 5 to 6 page argument of definition using the MLA system of citation for sources used. You may use scholarly, magazine and/or newspaper articles for evidence to support your claims, but not websites—choose highly credible sources. Each source you use will be evaluated for credibility (see Part 4 of EAA).
Before you begin selecting a claim and creating an outline for this paper, read Chapter Nine in EAA, including the sample essays at the end of the chapter. First of all, what is an argument of definition? How human beings agree on the definitions, updates, and challenges to concepts and the words that represent them is litigated by arguments. In academia, we make and revise definitions. In courtrooms, lawyers and judges negotiate definitions. We may even define ordinary things differently than others, since we are all products of disparate language and idea communities; take, for example, barbecue. Texas, Tennessee, and North Dakota are going to have very different definitions of barbecue.
An argument of definition usually follows the formula:
X is/is not Y [Ex. Protesting the National Anthem (X) is more patriotic (Y) than singing it.]
Coronavirus (X) is an airborne virus (Y).
Texting while driving (X) is reckless endangerment (Y).
Happiness (X) is a warm puppy (Y).
The most familiar way to define something is by using the definition of an authority, such as a dictionary, then citing that authority appropriately using the MLA Style system. Not all dictionaries are appropriate for college writing. Examples of dictionaries that are acceptable for college-level writing are Merriam-Webster, American Heritage, and Oxford English Dictionary. For some words or ideas, the dictionary is not an appropriate authority. Your essay must contain a formal definition discussion of at least one word that you define and discuss how it frames your thinking around a debate.
You may also define by synonym, categorization, and similar or novel properties. For example, the Greeks used several different words for “love”: storge, agape, philos, and eros. Love (X) is (Ya, Yb, Yc, Yd) for familiarity, charity, friendship, and romance respectively. This is a definition of quality or degree.
Likewise, you can define by using antonyms—what something is not. For example, in Texas, killing someone (X) is not murder (Y) if you reasonably believe you are in danger (self-defense), but this may not be true around the world. This is defining by qualification—a certain condition must be met in order to meet the definition, “murder.”
An argument of definition has several parts. First, it is based upon a claim. From the claim, you will build your argument using evidence/grounds that supports your claim. Opposing ideas or opposing arguments are called counter-claims, counter-arguments, or rebuttals. Sometimes it is better to discuss your counter-argument at the beginning of your argument [Rogerian Argument], rather than the end of your argument [Toulmin Argument]. Study and consider the concepts of warrant, backing, and qualifiers and if you should include these in your argument.
Be cautious of a definitional claim that veers into an evaluative (Country Music is/is not cool) or deliberative (what should happen in the future) argument. You must truly define a thing.
There are several ways you can approach this assignment:
Formulate a controversial/provocative definition
Ex. Owning a home is no longer an expectation in the “American Dream.”
Challenge a definition
Ex. Capital punishment is murder.
Here, the “Y” in the formula [X is Y] is a surprising reversal from the established legal definition.
Determine whether something fits into an existing definition
Ex. Should healthiness of foods take their carbon footprint into account?
Here, healthiness is being redefined as not just good for the body, but also good for the earth.
Health (X) is NOT (Y—just one’s own body, but that of other organisms and the earth)

I uploaded a draft of my own essay, please re-write and add additional information or take out information after reading the instructors feedback. I will upload sources I have used but, feel free to use any sources of your own choice if needed. PLEASE note ALL of instructors feedback and re-write accordingly.

Written by Paragraph, one paragraph. Topic: The role of cybersecurity in achieving the vision of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 2030.